College Sports Blog

After a 10-2 regular season the Texas A&M Aggies will take on former Big 12 opponent, Oklahoma, in the AT&T Cotton Bowl on Jan. 4.

The No. 9 Aggies will be taking on an Oklahoma team that has proven to be the Big 12′s best behind Kansas State.

Offense: The Sooners bring a passing attack that is familiar to A&M and has beaten the Aggies in the past. As Oklahoma looks to spread A&M out down the field with their passing game that ranks fifth in passing yards nationally, they do have a knack for the running game in red zone opportunities. With a weapon like the Belldozer at their disposal Oklahoma can run the ball but look for a passing heavy offense.

Defense: The Oklahoma defensive front is no joke either. The Sooners rank 44th in the nation in total defense but lack in productivity against the run. They also have shown to be weak getting pressure in the backfield as they sit near the very bottom of the charts in tackles for loss.

Special Teams: The Oklahoma special teams effort this year has been stellar. The Sooners own the 7th best punt return average and the 4th best kick return average. Justin Brown and Brennan Clay have led the way for the Sooners becoming a true threat if a team is forced to punt. Oklahoma can falter in the kicking game though having missed four field goals this season.